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You’ve spent a lot on your fine leather shoes and if you want them to last for a very long time you need to take care of them. Here are some guidelines to follow to help get the most out of your footwear.

Let them “Rest”. Giving your shoes a day or two between wearing will allow the moisture from your feet to dry out of them naturally.

Use cedar shoe trees. Cedar shoe trees will maintain your shoe’s shape and help avoid creases. The cedar will absorb moisture and add a fresh cedar aroma to your shoes.

Store in shoe bags.Shoe bags will keep your shoes from accumulating dirt and dust while not being worn.

Shine your shoes at least once a month. By shining with a cream at least once a month you will maintain the leather’s supple texture and keep it from drying out and cracking. Here is a great video with some shining tips How to polish shoes.